Civil Engineer Apprentice

 

Are you ready to kick start your career in a thriving, dynamic environment? At Mayer Brown, we offer you the unique experience of working within a small, supportive team, backed by the stability and success of an established national consultancy.

Planning and Engineering the Future

Mayer Brown is a leading Consultancy Firm for Transport Planning, Infrastructure Design, and Environmental Assessment in the UK.
We bring commitment, experience and expertise to ensure the success of our projects. Attention to detail, advanced technical knowledge and strategic partnerships are all part of our winning formula to deliver high quality projects in a cost-effective manner to businesses across the UK.

What You'll Do:

We are looking to employ a Civil Engineering Apprentice as part of our Infrastructure Design Team working towards a Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship BEng (Hons) at the University of Portsmouth.

As an apprentice, you will work alongside other apprentices on the same course and experienced staff gaining valuable hands-on experience whilst studying for a Level 6 qualification in Civil Engineering.  You will spend 1 day a week on day release at University and 4 days in the workplace where you will receive on the job training and ongoing support as part of a friendly and enthusiastic team, keen to get you involved from the day you start. For further information about the degree course, please visit the University of Portsmouth website: BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering Apprenticeship | University of Portsmouth

Your day-to-day work will include:

• Use of industry standard software such as AutoCAD
• Developing technical highway and drainage designs to support planning applications and the detailed design stage
• Assisting with the preparation of technical reports, including Flood Risk Assessments, Sustainable Drainage and Foul Water Technical Notes
• Undertaking technical assessments for new developments
• Liaison with third parties and Statutory Undertakers to support projects
• Helping ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, design guides and regulations
• Generally supporting the team to deliver projects on time and budget

What We're Looking For:

• UCAS points – 112-120 from Level 3 qualifications including a relevant subject
• Relevant Subjects:
  • A Levels - Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Statistics or Physics
  • BTEC Ext.Dip – Construction and the Built Environment, Engineering, Applied Science (must include all available maths units)
  • T Level - Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning; Building Services Engineering, Engineering and Manufacturing Design and Development, Maintenance; Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control
• Maths and English GCSE or equivalent grade 4-9 (A-C)
• Any other qualifications or industry experience that would be advantageous
• Suitability to be accepted onto the BEng Civil Engineering Apprenticeship Degree Scheme at the University of Portsmouth
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organisation and time management skills
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams) or similar
• Full driving licence
• Be motivated, enthusiastic and committed to developing a career in Civil Engineering 

What We Offer:

• You will be a full-time, permanent employee from day one, with day release to University
• A supportive and inclusive workplace where your contributions are noticed and valued
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• A comprehensive benefits package, with leave increasing the longer you are with us
• Support to gain professional qualifications, including funding and mentoring, as you work towards becoming an Incorporated Engineer via your End Point Assessment.
• Friendly work environment with a vibrant social calendar, promoting a good work-life balance.
• Approved ICE Training Scheme
• A role in a company that enables you to develop the career you desire in highway and drainage infrastructure.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a short cover letter telling us about yourself, explaining why you’re interested in joining Mayer Brown and why you think you are suitable for the role to cgower@mayerbrown.co.uk and slecocq@mayerbrown.co.uk. We value openness and transparency in ensuring a good fit for our team.

Closing date: 31st May 2025

Job Particulars:

Salary: £17,000.00 per year

Working Hours: Monday to Friday – 37.5hrs per week (including 1 day of study)

Location: Christchurch, Dorset/Woking, Surrey/Aldershot, Hampshire. Studying at University of Portsmouth – We are looking for someone who can reliably commute or plans to relocate before starting work

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring programme
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Company Sports & Social Club
• Bike to work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Training/CPD Opportunities
• Annual Appraisals
• Paid volunteer time

Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)